Family Preservation & Support Counsellor

Job Title: Family Preservation & Support Counsellor
Location: Sechelt/Gibsons - In-office
Employment Type: Part-Time, 28 hours/week
Compensation: $39.49 - $41.46

About Community Services

Since 1974, Sunshine Coast Community Services Society has been at the heart of creating positive change for people on the Sunshine Coast. With a legacy built on care, dedication, and adaptability, we proudly offer over 30 impactful programs across the region. Our work spans four vital areas: Community Action and Engagement, Together Against Violence, Child and Family Counselling, and Family, Youth, and Children’s Services.

Guided by our core values—social justice, interdependence, diversity, compassion, and respect—we are driven to empower individuals and strengthen our community. We’re seeking passionate, values-driven individuals who want to make a real difference in the lives of others. If that sounds like you, join us and be part of our meaningful journey!

About the Role

The Family Preservation & Support Counsellor provides brief, home-based interventions to prevent child out-of-home placements and reduce the risk of child maltreatment. This role focuses on strengthening and preserving families by addressing crises and challenges that threaten family stability, child safety, or well-being. Key responsibilities include crisis intervention, relationship building, problem identification, emotional support, and developing actionable plans. Services may also involve therapeutic family violence interventions and support for family service plans. The Counsellor uses a strength-based approach and reports to the Lead of the Child and Family Counselling Team.

What You’ll Do

• Creating a safe space for counseling individuals, families, or groups, assessing client needs, and developing SMART goals-based treatment plans, with attention to risk factors, safety, and cultural competency, especially for Indigenous families.
• Building trust and rapport with clients, collaborating with family members, care providers, and other community resources, while making appropriate referrals to enhance support.
• Keeping accurate client records and files, adhering to program guidelines and SCCSS policies, and participating in team meetings, clinical supervision, and feedback sessions.
• Coordinating with the Program Lead to set standards, track progress, and fulfill reporting and compliance requirements, including legal, contractual, and accreditation standards.
• Collaborating with other SCCSS programs and community agencies to enhance service delivery, reduce barriers, and stay informed about local demographic and socio-economic factors.
• Supporting the SCCSS mission, vision, and values by participating in organizational initiatives, staying updated on programs and services, and assisting in training students and volunteers.
• Performing additional duties as needed to ensure effective program and organizational operations.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related human services field, with at least 2 years of post-degree experience in family and children’s services.
• Strong knowledge of relevant Local, Provincial, and Federal legislation, and an understanding of trauma-informed, anti-oppressive approaches to family systems.
• Knowledge of abuse dynamics, parenting challenges, mental health, addiction issues, and the impacts of colonization and Residential Schools on Indigenous communities.
• Experience with non-violent crisis intervention for individuals facing mental health challenges.
• Proven ability to work effectively, non-judgmentally, and collaboratively with diverse backgrounds across cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic spectrums.
• Excellent conflict resolution skills, with the ability to prioritize and collaborate with internal programs and community partners.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Experience in the non-profit sector is an asset.

Why Additional Information

• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for meetings and events across the Coast.
• Successful completion of a criminal records check
• Ability to assist families with life skills in their homes that may require moderate lifting and/or moving.
• Ability to lift babies and children up to 50 pounds and take in and out of car seats

Join Our Team?

• Competitive and Transparent Compensation: We value fairness and clarity in our wages.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Employer covers 100% of health benefits and 75% of long-term disability premiums.
• Secure Your Future: Enjoy employer contributions to the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP).
• Generous Vacation Time: Start with 3 weeks in your first year, increasing to 4 weeks in your second year.
• Wellness and Flexibility: Receive special leave annually for wellness, personal needs, and more.
• Professional Development Support: Paid memberships for professional designations and plenty of opportunities for growth.
• Community Impact: Be part of meaningful work that makes a real difference.
• Team Connection: Participate in our annual Off-Site Team Building Day with fun, engaging activities that foster collaboration and connection.

How to Apply 

Please provide your resume as part of your application for this role. Visit our career page for more opportunities.

We are committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any part of the application process, please contact hr@sccss.ca

“We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status”.

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